We Try Three of Lego’s Newest Vehicle Sets

We summoned our inner Captain Ahab and started with the whale-tail Porsche. Right off the bat, this set is much less technical than the other two and seemed to go together much quicker. 

In that regard, we feel that it’s more beautiful than the other two sets. The smooth, accurate silhouette comprises clean pieces that sculpt the 911’s iconic curves expertly, and any skeletal structure is hidden beneath the pearly exterior.

This set also offers two building options: Turbo and Targa. The Turbo comes with the classic whale tail, wide rear stance, and an extra snail that nests in the engine compartment. The Targa features the iconic removable top, fixed roll bar, and smooth bodywork. Either variant is gorgeously replicated by Lego—the hardest part is deciding which one you’ll build first.

All about the Porsche 911

Despite arriving in a similar box to the 911, the Ford Raptor is very different. This is a Technic set, so it features a technical approach to the truck’s design. With that comes an increase in difficulty—as it took us nearly twice the time to assemble as the Porsche.

However, this set’s complicated nature produces some awesome features: moving pistons, a geared differential, and full suspension. Steering is achieved by turning the wheel on the truck’s roof, and we like this much better than having to reach through the window to turn the steering wheel itself. 

The exterior might not be as pretty as the 911’s smooth design, but the rough orange panels hide a much more functional vehicle. We don’t recommend this for first-time builders, but if you’re looking for a challenge, this is a great place to start.

All about the Ford F-150 Raptor

This behemoth is an absolute brute to assemble—but totally worth it. Like the Raptor, this is another Technic set, but with actual electronics inside. The Mercedes-Benz is definitely designed around the functionality of the truck rather than the looks—so much so that you can drive it with a remote-control app on your phone!

Assembling the nearly 19-inch-long Zetros Trial Truck is an all-day affair, and you can really only go as long as your fingers let you. But when you’re done, you’ll have a gnarly rig complete with four-wheel drive, independent suspension, and hill-climbing power thanks to the batteries located in the back—all controllable via the app. 

This is by far the most challenging Lego set of the three, and it ranks among the toughest of all time. Don’t let the strangely low 12-plus age rating fool you—this is a monster. But if you’re looking to test your skills, this is the one. 

A Classic Mercedes-Benz Truck